Then and Now The Current — April 23, 1933: Annie Easley is born
Born on April 23, 1933, Annie Easley helped power the future of computing and aerospace, expanding the story of Black history into science, innovation, and resilience.
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Then and Now The Current — April 22, 1737: William Byrd II Announces the Founding of Richmond
On April 22, 1737, William Byrd II advertised a new town called Richmond, marking the city’s public beginning.
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Then and Now The Current — April 21, 2003: Death of Nina Simone
Nina Simone’s death on April 21, 2003 marked the passing of an artist who turned music into a force of political witness and cultural transformation.
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Then and Now The Current — April 21, 2016: Death of Prince
Prince’s death on April 21, 2016 marked the loss of an artist who redefined musical innovation and artistic control in modern America.
